Ji Xue Teng (Millettia nitida)

Part Used Stems
Main function Herb for Blood Stagnation
Thermal qual. Warm
Taste Sweet, bitter
Meridians Entered Ht, Sp, Lv
Functions
  • Tonifies the Blood (used for Blood Deficiency associated with Blood stagnation)
  • Circulates Qi in the meridians and relaxes the tendons of the lower body
  • Used to treat weakness/numbness/paralysis in elderly people
    • Cautions
  • None
    • Toxicity
  • Relatively safe for long term use
    • Phyto-chemicals
  • Milletol
    • Western Properties
  • Hypotensive, anti-inflammatory, mildly sedative, emmenagogue, uterine stimulant, analgesic, stimulates leukocytes

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